A Regal Prelude To The Polo Season: unveiling Of Raffles Sirmour Cup 2026

Raffles Hotels & Resorts unveiled the Raffles Sirmour Cup 2026 on 4 February 2026 during an intimate and elegant ceremony at Raffles Jaipur, marking the beginning of one of Jaipur’s most anticipated sporting moments of the season.

Event Overview
- Unveiling Ceremony: Held on 4 February 2026 at Raffles Jaipur, marking the start of Jaipur’s much-anticipated polo season.
- Association: Hosted in collaboration with the Rajasthan Polo Club, celebrating heritage, tradition, and sporting excellence.
- Distinguished Guests: The trophy was unveiled by Maharaj Narendra Singh ji of Jaipur, Th. Digvijay Singh (Honorary Secretary, Rajasthan Polo Club), Kr Vikramaditya Singh Barkana (Joint Secretary), alongside owners Mr. Ratan Kant Sharma & Mrs. Jui Sharma, and senior Raffles leadership including Rajat Sethi and Gurnoor Bindra.

Tournament Details
- Event: Raffles Sirmour Cup 2026
- Format: 14-goal polo tournament
- Dates: 9 – 15 February 2026
- Venue: Rajasthan Polo Club, Jaipur
- Significance: A highlight of the Jaipur Polo Season, blending royal patronage with modern refinement.

Brand Philosophy
- For Raffles Hotels & Resorts, the Sirmour Cup is more than a sporting event—it embodies values of heritage, discipline, and craftsmanship, aligning with the brand’s ethos of gracious hospitality.
- The unveiling at Raffles Jaipur emphasized the quiet, elegant moments before great sporting occasions, reinforcing the cultural depth of polo in Rajasthan.

Voices from the Event
- Rajat Sethi (Cluster GM, Raffles & Fairmont Jaipur):
“Unveiling the trophy at Raffles Jaipur was our way of honouring the quiet moments that come before the game begins.”

- Gurnoor Bindra (GM, Raffles Udaipur):
“Supporting a tournament nurtured over generations aligns naturally with the values of Raffles.”

- Th. Digvijay Singh (Honorary Secretary, Rajasthan Polo Club):
“The continued association with Raffles brings a shared sense of respect and values to the tournament.”

✨ The Raffles Sirmour Cup 2026 promises a week of tradition, elegance, and sporting excellence—where polo’s enduring legacy meets the refined hospitality of Raffles.